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BOISE, ID – MARCH 17: Keita Bates-Diop #33 of the Ohio State Buckeyes shoots the ball against Corey Kispert #24 and Rui Hachimura #21 of the Gonzaga Bulldogs in the second round of the 2018 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament at Taco Bell Arena on March 17, 2018 in Boise, Idaho. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /

University of Ohio State. Keita Bates-Diop. 23. player. 100. . Small Forward

There are quite a bit of things to love about Keita Bates-Diop.

He can obviously score the ball, averaging 19.8 points per game his senior year at Ohio State. He can also rebound, averaging 8.7 per game.

However, Bates-Diop might not have the athleticism that many desire from the forward spot these days, and his lateral quickness might also not be up to par. He’d have trouble containing a more athletic forward like the Suns’ Chriss or Warriors’ Green.

But, his shooting and offensive firepower should draw teams to the 6-foot-7 forward. Diop could also be used in many different ways which could allure a coach. He’s big enough to stretch the floor at the four and small enough to help guard opposing small forwards.

Diop should have a good career in the NBA. Albeit his ceiling is severely limited, he should find his name called towards the early second half the end of the first round.